August is summer refusing to slow down. County fairs are filling midway lights, porches are turning into stages, corgis are racing at Saratoga, lumberjacks are climbing greased poles and a festival devoted to Lake Champlain’s legendary monster is taking over the waterfront. This month’s guide reaches from Westchester and the Hudson Valley through the Catskills, Capital Region, Adirondacks and Finger Lakes. You will find major concerts, outdoor theater, food festivals, cultur

Sometimes it's a flowering tree you weren't planning to buy. Sometimes it's a perfectly arranged display that suddenly gives you an idea for your front walkway. Sometimes it's simply wandering through a greenhouse filled with the scent of fresh soil, blooming flowers, and herbs, realizing you've been there for an hour without looking at your watch.

I've spent two decades in this valley chasing swimming holes the old-fashioned way — half-remembered directions from a guy at the hardware store, a "no trespassing" sign you pretend not to see, a scramble down a bank that ruins a perfectly good pair of sneakers. So forgive me if I sound a little stunned writing this next sentence: New York State just handed us a legitimate, lifeguarded, ADA-accessible swimming hole, for free, and it's better than any of the secret ones. It

America turns 250 this year, and Port Jervis is throwing one hell of a birthday party. Fireworks. Live music. George Washington and Ben Franklin walking the grounds. A giant car show. Chainsaw carving by a world champion. Carnival rides. Lobster rolls. Slow-smoked barbecue. A birthday cake cut with a saber.

Every fall, when the harvest moon rises high and the nights start to cool, millions gather around the world to honor one of Asia’s oldest...

September in New York isn’t just a month — it’s a lifestyle. The weather is perfection, the leaves start teasing their colors, and weekends are stacked with fairs, food, and festivals that make you want to drop everything and explore. From the Hudson Valley to the Finger Lakes, this is your official HVH roadmap to the season’s most unforgettable adventures.

🔥 HVH’s Top 5 BBQ Joints in New York You Have to Try Forget what you thought you knew about great BBQ—New York is packing serious heat. From farm-smoked brisket in the Hudson Valley to retro gas station meat temples and beer-garden rib royalty, we’ve rounded up five mom-and-pop BBQ joints that are blowing smoke in all the best ways. No chains, no shortcuts—just real-deal pitmaster passion and finger-lickin’ flavors.

Cancel your weekend plans, pack your bags, and fire up that group chat—June in Upstate NY is a full-on festival fever dream. From taco throwdowns and folk fests to UFO parades and magical markets, this month is stacked with wild experiences you do not want to miss. We’ve rounded up every can't-miss event, so whether you’re here for the vibes, the views, or the eats, there’s something in here with your name on it. Let’s get into it—this is your official blueprint for a June to

We’re back with one of our most exciting giveaways to date—and this one is bringing major vibes, epic views, and serious flavor. Five standout experiences. Five incredible prizes. One unforgettable Hudson Valley escape.

After six long years of silence, Mountain Jam is back—louder, lovelier, and ready to reclaim its place at the heart of the NE music scene!

It’s the most magical time of the year, and New York knows how to celebrate in style!

NYC’s iconic Hester Street Fair is heading to the Catskills for a festive weekend at Wylder Windham.

Tick-tock! Iceland adventure awaits, but you've got until midnight to book with 25% off! Don’t let this escape you!

Unlimited craft beer tastings, food trucks, live music, and a new location! Don’t miss the Hudson River Craft Beer Festival on 9/28.

As the last warm days kiss our skin and the cool breeze whispers hints of sweater weather, there’s no better time to dive into the magic of

Welcome to the ultimate Upstate Getaway Guide, where we peel back the layers of the well-trodden path to reveal the hidden jewels of...

Attention: Tri-staters, Hudson Valley-ites, New Yorkers and beyond! Looking for the perfect post-summer getaway? Do you like to explore...

Find handmade and uncommon items from 250 makers you can't find anywhere else in the county! Fall Crafts at Lyndhurst returns in one...

When you live in the Hudson Valley, every mountain and creek can feel like a work of art. The scale of nature in the area makes this the per

Don’t you just want to escape your 500 square foot studio apartment, and venture into the great outdoors? The vast state of New York is...